Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Expatiate Communication, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

401K with matching

Travel reimbursements and stipends

Job summary

Expatiate Communication, Inc. is seeking a Per-Diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide specialized therapy to K-12 students with special needs in a school-based setting. Responsibilities include implementing therapeutic activities, training school staff, and documenting student progress. Candidates must have a State Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License and a minimum of 1 year of experience. Benefits include paid sick leave and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to complete satisfactory Live Scan background screening and TB clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic activities for students with special needs.
• Provide training to school staff and parents on therapy goals.
• Document student progress for IEP reports.
• Collaborate with professionals in IEP meetings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

State Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

We are seeking a Per-Diem Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, providing specialized, school-based therapy to K-12 students with special needs.

Work Setting: School-Based

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Employment Type: Per Diem (Variable)

Pay Range: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

What You'll Do:

• Implement therapeutic activities to help students with sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, and daily living activities.
• Provide training to school staff and parents on how to incorporate therapy goals into daily routines.
• Document student progress by maintaining detailed records of therapy sessions for IEP reports.
• Collaborate with other professionals by participating in IEP meetings to support students.

What You Bring:

• State Board Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to complete satisfactory Live Scan background screening and TB clearance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software.

Per-Diem Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K with matching
• Travel reimbursements and stipends may include airfare, rental cars, meals, mileage, lodging, and other approved expenses.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, classification, and other factors. Not all benefits are available to all employees. Benefits are administered in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the essential functions and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements. The duties, responsibilities, and other requirements of this position may be subject to change or modification at any time by the organization, with or without prior notice. Expatiate Communication, Inc. reserves the right to modify the job description at any time, with or without notice.

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, geography, and other job-related reasons. Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer. Expatiate Communications considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.